Singapore and China played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in their FIFA World Cup qualification (AFC) match on March 21, 2024, a result that felt like a victory for the home side at the National Stadium. The match, which kicked off at 20:30, saw Singapore fight back from a two-goal deficit to snatch a dramatic point against their more illustrious opponents. China appeared to be cruising after establishing a comfortable lead through two well-taken goals, but Singapore showed tremendous resilience in the second half. The Lions' comeback was sparked by a goal from a set-piece, followed by a late, scrappy equalizer that sent the home fans into raptures. This match result was a major surprise and a significant blow to China's qualifying hopes, while for Singapore it was a heroic performance that earned them a precious point in the group table. The key incidents included a potential penalty shout for China that was waved away and a standout performance from Singapore's goalkeeper, who made several crucial saves to keep his team in the game. The draw shakes up the group standings and adds immense pressure on China ahead of the return fixture.